Some examples include:

• Three-day ocean study at Catalina Island
• Art study at the Getty Museum and MOCA
• Virtual field trips through videoconferencing with NASA and the CA State Parks Dept.
• Botanical studies in the Balboa Gardens and Life Cycle Pond
• Multi-discipline after school program
• Instrumental music program including a 90-piece orchestra
• Vocal music program including 150-member chorus
• Community partnerships with UCLA and Medtronic Diabetes

Welcome to Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet! The mission of Balboa Magnet is to engage students from all social, cultural, economic and linguistic backgrounds in a comprehensive and challenging educational program that fosters academic excellence and responsible citizenship through the timeless basics of teaching: strong discipline, character education, high expectations of students, and the development of effective work habits. Balboa Magnet encourages all its students to become life-long learners by offering unforgettable experiences developed by our talented team of 27 highly trained, creative teachers.

Since 1978, Balboa Gifted Magnet has welcomed thousands of gifted and high-ability students through its doors, and graduated some of the most well-prepared, disciplined and top-performing students in the state. Built upon the dedication of its talented educators, Balboa Magnet holds several honorable distinctions:

• National Blue Ribbon School
• California Distinguished School
• Highest performing elementary school in the Los Angeles Unified School District
• One of the top 10 public elementary schools in all of Southern California